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Israeli forces to remain in Gaza to exert pressure on Hamas, Netanyahu says

Netanyahu also said that all hostages will return in the coming days

Published: Fri 10 Oct 2025, 2:35 PM

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Friday that Israeli forces will remain in Gaza to exert pressure on Hamas until the group disarms.

Netanyahu also said that all hostages will return in the coming days. He added that 20 hostages were alive in Gaza, 28 deceased. Netanyahu hopes Israel can mark 'day of joy' from nightfall Monday if hostages return.